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Regis, Augustin (1813-1880). Surrender of Abd-el-Kader
Regis, Augustin (1813-1880). Surrender of Abd-el-Kader. 2nd half 19 c. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Chantilly. Mus饠 Cond頨 Cond頍 useum)
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Regis, Augustin (1813-1880), Surrender of Abd-el-Kader, 2nd half 19th century, Oil on canvas, Musée Condé, Chantilly, France. This striking oil painting by French artist Augustin Regis depicts the moment of surrender of Abd-el-Kader, the renowned Algerian leader, in 1847. The scene unfolds on a grand scale, with a large group of men gathered around the central figures. Abd-el-Kader, dressed in traditional robes and turban, stands tall and defiant, his arms crossed as he faces the victorious French General Bugeaud, who is shown in military uniform and bearing a sword. The background is filled with a chaotic scene of battle, with smoke rising from the ruins of a city and people running in all directions. The rich colors of the painting bring the scene to life, with the vibrant reds and oranges of the Algerian robes contrasting sharply with the greens and browns of the French uniforms. The use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the painting, highlighting the intricacies of the textures in the robes and the roughness of the soldiers' uniforms. The painting is a testament to the historical significance of the moment, as well as Regis' skill as a painter. Abd-el-Kader's surrender marked the end of the First French intervention in Algeria and paved the way for France's eventual colonization of the country. The painting is now on display at the Musée Condé in Chantilly, France, where it continues to captivate visitors with its vivid colors and historical importance.
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